The fellowships are available to radio, television, print and web journalists, age 25 to 35, from mainly developing countries who are interested in coming to New York to report on international affairs during the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The fellowships will begin in early September and extend to late November and will include the cost of travel and accommodations in New York, as well as a per diem allowance.

The fellowship program is open to journalists who are native to the mainly developing countries in Africa, Asia (including Pacific Island nations), and Latin America/the Caribbean and are currently working for media organizations.

Applicants must demonstrate an interest in and commitment to international affairs and to conveying a better understanding of the United Nations to their readers and audiences.

They must also have approval from their media organizations to spend up to three months in New York to report from the United Nations.

Four journalists are selected each year after a review of all
applications. The journalists who are awarded fellowships are given the
incomparable opportunity to observe international diplomatic
deliberations at the United Nations, to make professional contacts that
will serve them for years to come, to interact with seasoned journalists
from around the world, and to gain a broader perspective and
understanding of matters of global concern. Many past fellows have risen
to prominence in their professional and countries. The program is not
intended to provide basic skills training to journalists; all
participants are media professionals.